The Country Boy: The Story Of His Own Early Life (1910)

The Country Boy: The Story Of His Own Early Life is a memoir written by Homer Davenport and originally published in 1910. The book chronicles Davenport's childhood and adolescence growing up in rural Oregon during the late 19th century. Davenport describes his experiences living on a farm, attending school, and exploring the natural world around him. He also shares anecdotes about his family and friends, as well as his early interest in drawing and cartooning. Throughout the book, Davenport provides a vivid and detailed portrait of life in rural America during this time period. He discusses the challenges of farming and the importance of community, as well as the impact of technological advancements such as the telephone and the railroad. The book also touches on larger social issues of the era, including the struggle for women's suffrage and the rise of labor unions.Overall, The Country Boy is a charming and nostalgic memoir that offers a unique perspective on American life in the late 19th century. Davenport's writing is engaging and vivid, and his love for his rural upbringing shines through on every page.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.